(2/8/25) SAT Vocabulary Words Flashcards
Front side word, back side definition. 20 total cards (20 cards)
What is the definition of ‘abate’?
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity; to lessen. (pronunciation: /əˈbeɪt/)
What is the definition of ‘benevolent’?
Well-meaning and kindly; charitable. (pronunciation: /bəˈnɛvələnt/)
What does ‘candid’ mean?
Truthful and straightforward; frank. (pronunciation: /ˈkændɪd/)
True or False: ‘Diligent’ means lazy.
False. ‘Diligent’ means showing care and effort in work or duties. (pronunciation: /ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/)
Fill in the blank: ‘Eloquent’ describes someone who is _____ in speech.
fluent and persuasive. (pronunciation: /ˈɛləkwənt/)
What is the meaning of ‘frugal’?
Economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing. (pronunciation: /ˈfruːɡəl/)
What does ‘gregarious’ refer to?
Fond of company; sociable. (pronunciation: /ɡrɪˈɡɛəriəs/)
What is the definition of ‘haughty’?
Arrogantly superior and disdainful. (pronunciation: /ˈhɔːti/)
True or False: ‘Imminent’ means something that is likely to happen soon.
True. (pronunciation: /ˈɪmɪnənt/)
What is the meaning of ‘juxtapose’?
To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect. (pronunciation: /ˌdʒʌkstəˈpoʊz/)
Fill in the blank: ‘Keen’ can describe someone who is _____ in their interests.
enthusiastic or eager. (pronunciation: /kiːn/)
What does ‘lucid’ mean?
Clear and easy to understand; bright or luminous. (pronunciation: /ˈluːsɪd/)
What is the definition of ‘meticulous’?
Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise. (pronunciation: /məˈtɪkjələs/)
True or False: ‘Nefarious’ describes something that is good and kind.
False. ‘Nefarious’ means wicked or criminal. (pronunciation: /nəˈfɛriəs/)
What does ‘oblivious’ mean?
Not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one. (pronunciation: /əˈblɪviəs/)
What is the meaning of ‘pragmatic’?
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically; practical. (pronunciation: /præɡˈmætɪk/)
Fill in the blank: ‘Quaint’ refers to something that is _____ in an old-fashioned way.
charmingly unusual or old-fashioned. (pronunciation: /kwent/)
What does ‘resilient’ mean?
Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions; tough. (pronunciation: /rɪˈzɪljənt/)
What is the definition of ‘sagacious’?
Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise. (pronunciation: /səˈɡeɪʃəs/)
True or False: ‘Trepidation’ refers to a state of calm assurance.
False. ‘Trepidation’ means a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen. (pronunciation: /ˌtrɛpɪˈdeɪʃən/)
